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Saturday, December 31, 2016

Homicide Unit detectives are investigating a homicide in Suitland. The victim is 34-year-old Terria Petty of Terrace Drive in Suitland. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

On December 31st, at about 5:25 am, the victim was found in 3500 block of Silver Park Drive outside in the rear of a building suffering from trauma to the upper body. She was pronounced dead on the scene.

Detectives are working to identify a motive and suspect(s) in this case.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.

Homicide Unit detectives are working to identify and arrest the suspect(s) who shot and killed a man in Capitol Heights Friday night. The victim is 27-year-old Carrington Carter II, of Windjammer Court in Fort Washington. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

On December 30th, at about 10:10 pm, the victim was found suffering from gunshot wounds outside in the 7100 block of White Pearl Place. He died a short time later at a hospital.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.

Friday, December 30, 2016

Detectives are investigating a homicide in
Capitol Heights Thursday night. The victim is 44-year-old Khalil Wiggins of
Byers Street in Capitol Heights. A reward of up to $25,000 is being
offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.
Preliminarily, detectives do not believe this was a random crime.

On December 29th, at about 8:40 pm, patrol
officers responded to the 3900 block of Byers Street for the report of a
shooting. They found the victim inside of his house suffering from gunshot
wounds. He was taken to the hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time
later.

Detectives are working to identify a
suspect(s) and motive in this case.

Anyone with information on this case is asked
to call the Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain
anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD
plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and
submit a tip online.

A man shot back in 2006 has died of his
injuries. He’s 29-year-old Maurice Benton of Stevens Road in Southeast, DC. A
reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest
and indictment in this case.

On July 29, 2006, at about 10:45 pm, patrol
officers were called to the 1300 block of Southview Drive in Oxon Hill for the
report of a shooting. Officers discovered Benton and two additional victims
inside of an apartment suffering from gunshot wounds. They were all taken to
the hospital that night.

Detectives were notified that on December 24,
2016, Benton died at a hospital. An autopsy determined the cause of death was
complications from injuries sustained during that shooting. The manner of death
was ruled a homicide.

Detectives are working to identify a
suspect(s) and motive in this case.

Anyone with information on this case is asked
to call the Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain
anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD
plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and
submit a tip online.

Thursday, December 29, 2016

Detectives from our Sexual Assault Unit are
seeking help from our community in locating a man wanted in connection with a
rape investigation. The suspect is 44-year-old Richard Cedric Taylor. His last
known address is the 3900 block of 28th Avenue in Temple Hills.

On June 6, 1999, at about 6:50 pm, the
preliminary investigation reveals the then 15-year-old victim was socializing
with mutual friends and Taylor who she did not know. Taylor offered to give the
victim a ride home. Instead of taking her home, the investigation reveals he
stopped at an empty apartment on Cindy Lane in Capitol Heights. While inside
that apartment, the suspect assaulted and raped the victim.

On September 8th, a DNA hit linked
the suspect to the crime. Detectives obtained a warrant for his arrest, however
have been unable to find Taylor. The suspect faces charges of second degree
rape along with first and second degree assault.

Anyone with information is asked to call the
CID/Sexual Assault Unit at (301) 772-4908. Callers can remain anonymous by
calling CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You may also text “PGPD plus
your tips” to CRIMES (274537) on your cell phone or go www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a
tip online. Crime Solvers is offering a CASH REWARD for tips that lead to an
arrest and indictment in this case.

Wednesday, December 28, 2016

Robbery detectives are asking for our
community’s help in identifying these suspects who committed an armed robbery
on December 22nd, around 11:00 pm, in the 4900 block of Edgewood Road
in College Park. One of the suspects displayed a handgun during the robbery. No
one was hurt. Anyone with information is asked to please call our detectives at
301-772-4905 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. A cash reward is available.

Theft
Investigation

Detectives
are also working to identify these suspects who stole from a business in the
13600 block of Laurel Bowie Road in Laurel. They targeted the store on December
1st. Anyone with information about them is asked to call our
detectives at 301-937-0910 or Crime Solvers at 866-411-TIPS to remain
anonymous.

Robbery Unit detectives are working to identify and arrest the man who is linked to six robberies in the past week in the county. In each case, the suspect stole money and cigarettes. A cash reward is being offered for information in this investigation. Here is a list of businesses he targeted:

·7-Eleven: December 21st, around 2:00 am, in the 7700 block of Finns Lane in Lanham

·7-Eleven: December 21st, around 2:45 am, in the 7400 block of Laurel Bowie Road in Bowie

·Dunkin’ Donuts: December 21st, around 9:40 pm, in the 4700 block of Allentown Road in Morningside

·7-Eleven: December 23rd, around 2:20 am in the 10500 block of Baltimore Avenue in Beltsville

·7-Eleven: December 24th, around 4:00 am, in the 3400 block of Dallas Drive in Temple Hills

·7-Eleven: December 28th, around 2:15 am, in the 9800 block of Piscataway Road in Clinton

Please take a close look at the suspect. He’s described as an African American male, approximately 18-24 years old, 5’6” and around 130 pounds. He is known to wear black Adidas pants and use a black revolver style handgun during these robberies. No one was hurt in any of these cases.

***Not Actual Vehicle***

Detectives also believe this suspect is driving a silver, newer-model Chrysler 300, similar to the one in this photo.

There were additional robberies in neighboring jurisdictions during this same time period that are preliminarily linked to the same suspect.

Anyone with information on this investigation is asked to call the CID/Robbery Unit at 301-772-4905. Callers can remain anonymous by calling CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You may also text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.

Friday, December 23, 2016

The
Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating a police-involved
shooting in Capitol Heights. The Special Investigative Response Team
(SIRT) is leading the investigation.

The preliminary
investigation revealed on December 22, 2016, at about 8:30am, our patrol
officers responded to the 4100 block of Byers Street for a 911 call about a suspicious
car with the engine running. When officers arrived on scene, they
discovered a car matching the description, with two individuals sleeping
inside. The officers approached the car and attempted to wake the individuals.
The passenger, who was later identified as 39-year-old Alvin Young Jr., of the 400
block of M Street in Southeast Washington, D.C., opened the passenger side door
in an attempt to flee from the officer standing on the passenger
side.

As
Young was attempting to flee, the driver, who was later identified as Terrence
Thomas, Jr of the 4100 block of Urn Street in Capitol Heights, was awakened,
pulled out a handgun, and pointed it at the officer and the passenger who were
on the passenger side of the vehicle. Fearing for the lives of the
officer and the passenger, the officer on the driver’s side of the vehicle
discharged his service weapon striking Thomas twice in the chest. After a
brief foot chase, Young was then apprehended and taken into custody.

Officers
immediately performed life saving measures on Thomas. Thomas was subsequently
taken to the hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Police trauma kit

Evidence
teams recovered the handgun displayed by the driver and a second weapon, a
rifle, which were both located inside the vehicle. Both weapons are
under forensic investigation and review.

Young
was taken into custody and charged with various firearm related charges and is
being held without bond in the Prince George’s County Department of
Corrections.

The
officer who discharged his weapon is Police Officer Steven Tucker, age 22 and
he has been with the Prince George’s county police department for a year and a
half.

The
officers involved were not hurt or injured as result of the incident.

Wednesday, December 21, 2016

This bundled up
and masked suspect is wanted for robbing a convenience store this week. He
targeted the store on December 19th around 3:45 am in the 6400 block
of Auth Road. Please take a close look at these pictures and call 301-772-4905
or 1-866-411-TIPS with any information. There is a cash reward available.

Drugstore Robbery

Detectives
are also working to find and arrest these suspects who robbed a drugstore in
the 5700 block of Silver Hill Road in District Heights. The robbery took place
on December 16th at about 7:10 am. The suspects entered the
store, pulled out a weapon and demanded cash. The suspects then ran toward
Pennsylvania Avenue. Please call 301-772-4905 or Crime Solvers at
1-866-411-TIPS with any information.

Cell Phone Store Robbery

Detectives
are also working to find and arrest this suspect. He committed a robbery at a
cell phone store in the 6300 block of Allentown Road in Temple Hills on
December 19th. Please call 301-390-2160 or Crime Solvers with
any information. A cash reward is available and you’ll never have to give your
name.

Convenience Store Robbery

Detectives
are also looking to identify this suspect who is wanted in connection with an
armed robbery of a convenience store. The robbery took place on December 15th around
12:30 am in the 3500 block of Crain Highway in Upper Marlboro. During the
robbery, he jumped over the counter and displayed a handgun, while demanding
funds. Once the suspect got the cash, he fled the store. Our detectives can be
reached at 301-772-4905 or 1-866-411-TIPS.

Attempted Commercial Armed Robbery

Detectives
are also investigating an attempted armed robbery at a convenience store in the
15700 block of Hall Road in Bowie on December 18th at about
6:55 pm. If you have information on this robbery, please call 301-772-4905.

Homicide
Unit detectives arrested and charged two teenagers in connection with the
homicide in Capitol Heights on Monday. One of the suspects is being charged as
an adult. He’s 17-year-old Demiko Aiken of the 5600 block of Rollins Lane in
Capitol Heights. He’s charged with first and second degree murder. The second
suspect, a 16-year-old, is charged as a juvenile with accessory-after-the-fact.

On December 19th, at about 9:50 am, a citizen
flagged down a patrol officer after seeing the victim, Rayshand Cotton, on the
ground in the 1100 block of Brooke Road. The victim was suffering
from severe burns and was pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy determined
Cotton died from a gunshot wound.

Through
the course of the investigation, Aiken was developed as a suspect. He and the
second suspect were arrested last night. They were driving the victim’s stolen
SUV in the area of Rollins Lane in Capitol Heights. Detectives believe the
motive for the murder was the robbery of the SUV. Aiken and the victim were acquaintances.
The 16-year-old has admitted to helping Aiken dispose of the body after the
murder.

Aiken
is in the custody of the Department of Correction on a no-bond status.

Anyone with information on this case is asked
to call the Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing
to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477),
text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go
to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip
online.

Monday, December 19, 2016

Detectives are investigating an early morning homicide in Capitol Heights. The victim is 27-year-old Rayshand Lee Cotton of Sheriff Road in Landover. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

On December 19th, at about 9:50 am, a citizen flagged down a patrol officer after seeing the victim on the ground in the 1100 block of Brooke Road. The victim was suffering from severe burns and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Detectives are working to identify a suspect(s) and motive in this case. An autopsy will be conducted to determine the cause of death.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.

Friday, December 16, 2016

With
the holiday season in full swing, we wanted to offer a few safety tips to help
keep you safe.

Many
of us are using popular mobile apps or classified ad websites to find the
perfect present. In most cases, these transactions go off without a hitch, but
unfortunately, some criminals are using them to target victims.

Since
the beginning of the year, detectives have investigated more than 50 robberies
or attempted robberies where suspects used the apps or websites to find victims
to rob. The suspects posed as either interested customers or sellers, primarily
of shoes and cell phones. When they met to conduct a transaction, the victim
was robbed of cash and personal belongings. Detectives have made arrests in
more than half of these investigations.

Please take a moment to review these safety
tips when using these apps or websites.

*Never go alone to the transaction location.
Always try to bring a second person with you.

*Only meet a potential buyer or seller in a
public place.

*Trust your instincts. If the deal sounds too
good to be true, it probably is.

*Unless the item is too large to bring out of
your home, never invite a buyer to your home.

In
addition to these robberies, since Thanksgiving, each week, we’ve seen an
average of four thefts of packages that have been delivered to homes. On
Monday, this thief took two packages from the porch of a home on Spencer Court
in Bowie.

If
you are ordering a product for delivery, please try to schedule its arrival for
when you’re home. If that’s not possible, send the package to your workplace or
to a neighbor’s house.

Thursday, December 15, 2016

The Homicide Unit has arrested two suspects in connection with a fatal stabbing in July. The suspects are 20-year-old Kevin Hernandez-Guevara of no fixed address and 21-year-old Nelson Valdez-Mendez of the 4900 block of Russell Avenue in Mount Rainier. The victim is 20-year-old Brandon Eduardo Sorto of 29th Avenue.

On July 30th, at about 10:00 am, patrol officers and Hyattsville City Police Department officers were called to the 3100 block of Oliver Street for an unresponsive man on the ground. Officers found the victim outside suffering from stab wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The preliminary investigation reveals the fatal stabbing stemmed from an ongoing dispute.

The suspects are both charged with first and second degree murder. Both are in the custody of the Department of Corrections on a no-bond status.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.

Detectives are investigating an early morning
homicide in Temple Hills. The victim is 25-year-old Jamil Smith of Kennebec Street in Oxon Hill. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for
information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

On December 15th, at about 2:10 am, a Prince
George’s County Police officer on patrol saw the victim on the ground in the
2700 block of Colebrooke Drive. When the officer went to check on him, it was
discovered he was suffering from trauma. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Detectives are working to identify a
suspect(s) and motive in this case.

Anyone with information on this case is asked
to call the Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain
anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD
plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a
tip online.

We’re starting Wanted Wednesday this week with photos of the suspects wanted for trying to snatch a package off the front porch of a home. This attempted theft happened on December 7that about 12:30 pm in the 4100 block of Ellis Street in Capitol Heights. If you have any information on this case or these suspects, please call 301-390-2160 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.

Liquor Store Breaking and Entering

The suspect in these photos is wanted for stealing from a liquor store in Capitol Heights. He broke into the store in the 5900 block of Central Avenue on December 8th at about 3:40 am. The suspect stole several bottles of liquor and drove away in above pictured car. Anyone with infor on his identity is asked to call detectives at 301-390-2160 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.

Theft Investigation

Detectives are looking for these suspects who stole clothes in College Park. The suspects targeted a store in the 9800 block of Rhode Island Avenue on November 29th. If you recognize these men, please call 301-699-2601 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.

Construction Site Theft

The suspects in these photos were seen stealing property from a construction site on or about 8:00 pm on December 1stin the 12000 Old Fort Road in Fort Washington. Please call 301-868-8773 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS with any info.

Attempted Convenience Store Armed Robbery

Our detectives are also working to identify and arrest these suspects. They are wanted for trying to rob a convenience store in the 6100 block of Marlboro Pike in District Heights on November 30th. If you have any information on these suspects, please call 301-772-4905 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. You will not have to give your name. We are offering a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest and indictment in this case.

Armed Robbery Investigation

Our Robbery Unit detectives are also investigating an armed robbery of a fast food restaurant. The store is in the 14000 block of Gallant Fox Lane in Bowie. The two suspects targeted the store on the December 11th at about 3:30 am. please call 301-772-4905 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS with any info.

Drugstore Armed Robbery

This is a photo of a suspect wanted in connection with a drugstore robbery in the 10400 block of Baltimore Avenue. The suspect pointed a gun and demanded prescription drugs on December 10th at about 1:30 pm. Please call our detectives at 301-772-4905 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS with any information.

Commercial Armed Robbery

Detectives are also investigating the armed robbery of a pizza restaurant in the 6400 block of Old Alexandria Ferry Road in Clinton. The robbery took place on December 6th around 1:00 pm. During the robbery, the suspects stole money and personal items from employees. Our detectives can be reached at 301-772-4905 or 1-866-411-TIPS.

Tuesday, December 13, 2016

Our
Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash in
Capitol Heights last night around 9:15 pm. The decedent is 26-year-old Coree
Parks of P Street in Northwest Washington.

The
preliminary investigation reveals Parks was driving a stolen minivan. Officers
were in the area actively looking for the minivan with the intention of making
an investigatory stop. Preliminarily, it appears Parks began to flee when he
observed marked police cruisers in the area. Parks drove over a median strip at
the intersection of Silver Hill Road and Marlboro Pike. He then struck a
responding marked police car, disabling that cruiser. Parks continued to flee
after striking the cruiser. Parks appears to have lost control of the minivan
and struck a telephone pole at the intersection of Walker Mill Road and Addison
Road, causing his fatal injuries. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Also,
as part of the preliminary investigation, investigators reviewed dash camera
video and police radio communications and determined that, at no point, was
there ever a pursuit.

Anyone
with information is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction
Unit at 301-731-4422. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime
Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS, text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES
(274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com.

Detectives
with the Robbery Unit are working to find and arrest the suspects who forced
their way into a home early this morning in Lanham. No one was hurt during this
incident. Preliminarily, detectives do not believe this was a random crime.

At
about 12:50 am, several suspects forced their way into a home in the 9400 block
of Franklin Street. The suspects initially identified themselves as police
officers. Once inside, the suspects, who were dressed in hoodies, made several
demands of the two victims. The suspects stole several items and then ran from
the home. At least two of the suspects had handguns.

Anyone
with information on the identities of these suspects is asked to call
301-772-4905. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers
at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES
(274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a
tip online.

Monday, December 12, 2016

The Homicide Unit arrested a suspect in
connection with a fatal shooting in Temple Hills last week. The suspect is
19-year-old Ernest Deshawn Edwards of the 2800 block of Colebrooke Drive in
Temple Hills. The victim is 26-year-old Michael Corey Roberts of Elliott Place in
Temple Hills. Preliminarily, detectives do not believe this was a random
crime.

On December 5th,
at about 8:20 pm, patrol officers were called to the 3200 block of Curtis Drive
for the report of a shooting. The victim was found outside suffering from
gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at a hospital a short time later.

The preliminary investigation reveals the
fatal shooting stemmed from an attempted robbery.

The suspect is charged with first and second
degree murder as well as weapons related charges.

Anyone with information is asked to call the
Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may
call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your
message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a
tip online.

This evening, we will congratulate the 52 graduates of Citizens’ Police Academy Session #39 along with the 10 graduates of the Young Adult Citizens' Police Academy Session #3 at a ceremony at Police Headquarters.

Both of these programs offered citizens an opportunity to learn extensively about the Prince George’s County Police Department. Representatives from nearly every division interacted with the classes, giving details about their division and taking questions.

We thank the graduates for their dedication to this academy and taking an interest in learning more about the PGPD.

Friday, December 9, 2016

We received the following statement from the MGM National
Harbor Resort and Casino at approximately 3:30 this afternoon:

Due to an overwhelming response after our successful
Thursday grand opening, the MGM National Harbor casino floor again reached
capacity during the day on Friday. We first reached capacity just 45 minutes
after opening our doors at 10:30 p.m.

Guests with hotel and dinner reservations are encouraged to
arrive early and allow time for heavy, potentially crowded roadway conditions.
Others without reservations for tonight or this weekend are encouraged to consider
making plans to visit the new resort another time, after grand opening
weekend.

The National Harbor Traffic Command Center continues to
monitor and make adjustments for increased traffic flows in the area. Under the
supervision of the PGPD, the Center successfully managed grand opening night
traffic by making adjustments to key access points.

Wednesday, December 7, 2016

Our Robbery Unit is working to arrest these suspects wanted for a string of armed robberies in our county.

The suspects are linked to these robberies in Prince George’s County:

*7-Eleven in the 3000 block of Forestville Road in District Heights, on December 4th, at about 3:30 am.

*7-Eleven in the 4900 block of Silver Hill Road in Suitland, on December 4th, at about 3:40 am.

*7-Eleven in the 700 block of Harry S. Truman Drive in Largo, on December 5th, at about 2:10 am.

*7-Eleven in the 3300 block of Branch Avenue in Marlowe Heights, on December 5th, at about 5:30 am.

Anyone with information about this suspect is asked to call the Robbery Unit at (301) 772-4905. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.

Restaurant Robbery

Our Robbery Unit detectives are working to find and arrest this suspect who robbed a fast food restaurant. The store is in the 3700 block of Branch Avenue in Clinton. He targeted the business on December 3rd at about 10:40 pm. If you have information on this robbery, please call 301-772-4905 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.

Restaurant Robbery

Our Robbery Unit detectives are also investigating an armed robbery of a pizza restaurant. The store is in the 6400 block of Old Alexandria Ferry Road in Clinton. The two suspected targeted the store on the December 3rd at about 6:15 am. If you have information on this robbery, please call 301-772-4905 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.

Commercial Theft

This suspect and an accomplice are wanted for a theft at a store in the 3200 block of Brinkley Road in Temple Hills. The theft took place on November 30th at about 2:40 pm. If you know this suspect or have information on this case, please call our detectives at 301-749-5064.

Burglary Investigation

Detectives are also looking for the suspect who is wanted in connection with the breaking and entering of a business in Laurel. The incident took place on December 5th in the 13000 block of Baltimore Avenue. If you know this suspect, please call our detectives at 301-937-0910. Callers wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.